Anne’s challenge this week is to post something about relaxation — and the timing couldn’t be more perfect. I’ve just come back from a wonderfully relaxing escape in Dauin, Dumaguete, Philippines.
Dauin is a lovely spot in the Visayas region with a population of just over 30,000, I found the town to be peaceful and scenic. My kids and I decided on this place to catch up and have a bit of well-deserved relaxation. Sometimes the best reset is simply slowing down, breathing in the sea air, and letting the days unfold gently.
I started the day looking out from my bedroom window. The sun, the sand, and the sea right in front of me … and suddenly everything felt calm. The best kind of morning.
Everybody was still asleep, so I sat with my coffee and did a little sketch. The calm of the morning, the sea in front of me, and a few quiet moments to myself.
I went for a bit of a walk while the town wasn’t quite awake yet. Aside from two people out walking and a few stray dogs howling in the distance, everything was still and quiet.
Some of the boats were lying still by the shore, quietly waiting for someone to take them out to sea.
During my walk, I couldn’t help but keep an eye out for interesting doors. It’s something I always notice when wandering through a town.
Some windows…
And monochrome reflection on the wall
And flowers on the beach. I found out that this is called Bayhops.
As I wandered through the quiet sand, I came across some interesting lovely little finds.
And I am linking this to quite a few challenges for this week or the past week. I am still away so I haven’t responded to some of the comments… but will be, soon enough.
Beautiful Teresa!
Thanks Anne. First time going there as well, was so happy and relaxed.
Beautiful photos! You’ve really captured the laid back atmosphere of Dumaguete.
Thanks Nes, glad you think so. It is a beautiful escape.
A fabulously mult-tasking post! I do like that shadowy monochrome. Well. I like them all actually. Enjoy your remaining time away.
Yes thanks Margaret. Sad that the holiday’s nearly over but happy for the memories left with me.
Didn’t you do well, Teresa! I love that quiet bit of the day all to myself, but I’m usually just reading or writing blog posts. You needed a bit of chill time after all your racketing about. Love the boats and the coconuts. Enjoy it all, and thanks for remembering me xx
Had an amazing time and even my kids were congratulating me for surviving this far. Hehe
That looks like the perfect place to slow down, relax and reconnect 🙂
Yes Sarah, that alone time made a big difference.
Relaxing is something that doesn’t come easily to me. Dauin looks like a great place to try. Thanks for that.
Same here Joel. Happy that we had this down time in the middle of our trip
It looks beautiful there Teresa and I can see why you find it relaxing.
Yes Leanne. The simple life and fresh air … what a joy!
Wonderful photos, most enjoyable.
Thanks so much Ludwig.
Very relaxing. Teresa! Good idea with a cup of coffee – I haven´t seen that in any other response!
Coffee may have a different effect on some people. But the “me” time made me so relaxed.
Such a beautiful place!
Thank you.
Thanks for taking us along on your morning walk, Teresa. You covered a lot of ground (challenges) but all are well done. These are beautiful photos.
Thanks Dan. Glad I was able to sort everything out in one post.
What an amazing place, feels unspoilt by tourism.
I know right. Happy that it is not too touristy.
Thank you for taking us along for this walk. I was just telling Younger Child that very often we zip past in the car, or on the bus, or even on foot when we are rushing someplace, we miss all the wonderful details. I love seeing the charming bits through your eyes and lens: the coconuts the stones, the sand … lovely.
Much appreciate your comment Ju-lyn. It really helps when you are not hurrying and you have more time to just be.